An introduction to the language includes learning sounds, writing system, vocabulary and structure. Students will experience the four skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing in a practical scenario with individualized attention. Cultural business themes will be incorporated into instruction. At the conclusion of the Introductory/1100 course, students will be able to do the following: reproduce the sound system of the target language and integrate these sounds into learned utterances; use vocabulary for everyday manners and survival in both written and spoken form; participate in brief conversations asking and answering simple questions; write concise, logical sentences and comprehend simple written passages; appreciate the culture.

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GRK1110Introductory Greek II

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A continuation of Introductory/1100, this course builds on previously acquired language fluency and aims at augmenting vocabulary and structure in a practical context. Increasing attention will be devoted to individual student practice and needs. Emphasis will continue to include culture. At the conclusion of the Introductory/1110 course, students will be able to do the following: use the sound system effectively; expand and use vocabulary regarding recurring events and functions in both written and spoken form; demonstrate creative language use in response to spoken or written questions or directions in complete sentence form; read and understand passages on a variety of familiar topics relating to basic personal and social needs; take notes on spoken and written language pertaining to factual topics; appreciate diversity through comparison of U.S. cultures.

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GRK1120Introductory Greek III

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A third level of language permits the student to utilize the target language in increasingly complex ways and in more rapid speech patterns. Continued exposure to the cultural heritage of the native speakers of the language will be stressed.
At the conclusion of the Introductory/1120 course, students will be able to do the following: integrate past vocabulary and structures into new and more complex communication; communicate in casual conversations, and write more meaningful and sophisticated passages on topics including family, interests,
work, travel, and current events; read and comprehend with reference aides, unedited, authentic materials such as texts, newspapers, and magazines; comprehend most speech on familiar topics grasping main ideas and some relevant details; perform successfully in some routine social situation; understand more completely the culture.<br>

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GRK2100Intermed Greek I

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An intermediate level of language focusing on increased structural accuracy in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Students will be exposed to unedited authentic materials (i.e., newspapers, books, movies, music, etc.) to improve proficiency in the four skill areas. They will gain an increased appreciation of cultural diversities. Students may apply for Certificate in Language Studies Level I at the completion of Intermediate/2100.